MSHSAA State Wrestling Tournament Underway

Dozens of mid-Missouri high school wrestlers advance to semifinals

Feb. 26, 2026 at 5:36am

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The MSHSAA state wrestling tournament is underway in Columbia, Missouri, with more than four dozen local wrestlers advancing to the semifinals across Class 1 Boys, Class 1 Girls, and Class 2 Boys divisions. Several defending state champions, including Moberly's Breanne Gibbs, Fulton's Mackinzie Brewer, Centralia's Rex Bryson, and North Callaway's Collin Moore, are still in contention to repeat.

Why it matters

The MSHSAA state wrestling tournament is one of the most prestigious high school sporting events in Missouri, drawing top talent from across the state. Strong performances at this tournament can lead to college recruitment opportunities and set the stage for future success.

The details

After the first two rounds of competition, 49 student athletes from mid-Missouri have advanced to the semifinals. In the team races, Centralia leads the Class 1 Boys competition with 63 points, while Brookfield is the highest mid-Missouri team in the Class 1 Girls tournament. Mexico is the frontrunner in the Class 2 Boys championship with 76 points.

  • The MSHSAA State Semifinals for Class 1 Boys, Class 1 Girls and Class 2 Boys are scheduled for Thursday, February 26 at 8 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 12:15 p.m., respectively.
  • State championship bouts will follow the semifinals, starting at 5:45 p.m.

The players

Breanne Gibbs

A wrestler from Moberly High School who is hoping to become a four-time state champion.

Mackinzie Brewer

A wrestler from Fulton High School who is looking to defend her state title.

Rex Bryson

A wrestler from Centralia High School who is also aiming to defend his state championship.

Collin Moore

A wrestler from North Callaway High School who is seeking to repeat as a state champion.

Centralia Panthers

The team leading the Class 1 Boys competition with 63 points and four athletes still in contention for the title.

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The takeaway

The MSHSAA state wrestling tournament is showcasing the top high school talent in Missouri, with several local wrestlers poised to defend their state titles and lead their teams to championships. This event provides a platform for these student-athletes to demonstrate their skills and potentially earn college recruitment opportunities.